Band stand: Tungztn

Tungztn has always strived for a live feel to everything they do, including their studio work.

| TNN | Aug 2, 2013, 12.00 AM IST

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Tungztn has always strived for a live feel to everything they do, including their studio work. They've been around for over 15 years, with their first album out in 1999. The current line-up comprises Shital aka Axeman (guitarist), Dhananjay aka Danny (drummer) and Abhijeet (vocals and bass) and the trio has been together since 2007.

On the band's a-ha moment: It is said that every band learns from experiences along the way. Similarly, the band finds it difficult to single one moment that made them who they are today. "We've been together for so long that there have been many such instances. From the insane crowd response when we did our first concert in Ahmedabad to finishing writing a song (Don't Walk Away) in 20 minutes sitting at a roadside cafe in Paris to one of our gigs in Pune when the venue people actually had to stop people from entering as there was no more space (standing space included) and recording one of our songs (Tantalizer) in one take during the recording; are a few that come to mind," adds Shital.

On their influences: Every member's influences are varied, which translate into individualistic music styles. Collective influences range from Jazz to Rock to even Bollywood. "What has been the common factor though is that we are deeply inspired by technically sound artistry and by performances that can sound as good live as in the records. We would enjoy a Joe Satriani concert as much as we would enjoy a Sonu Nigam show," he shares.

On their brand of music: Shital says that as a band they won't be able to classify or categorise their brand of music into any genre other than calling it the 'Tungztn sound'. "We also try to cater to an audience beyond the boundaries of age or language. An 8-year-old or a 68-year-old alike can enjoy our music equally well," says Shital. On their way forward: Tungztn is all set to promote their new album, JumpStart. They will be touring across the country, covering cities like Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Chennai and Guwahati. There will also be some web concerts to look forward to.

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